I own: A brand-new 2010 Kia Soul.

I don't own : Twilight (any of it) or the music I make reference to (well, I do have it on iTunes and some on CDs, but I don't think that's what they're talking about…)

BPOV (Bella)

Edward, it was yours. It was your venom that went into my heart; that flows through my heart. You're a part of me; emotionally, physically, and in every other way.

I took a breath to regain some strength. This would be the most important and difficult hurdle. If he could forgive me for this, then… well, then we'd be okay...

At least, I think we will be…

I used to think it was just a coincidence; an accident that ended up linking you and I together forever, whether I wanted it or not. How do I justify this? My brain never worked right… and it seems it still doesn't.

But now I know, it was meant to be that way, always. And I wouldn't have it any other way.

I couldn't turn my eyes to face him, although I could tell that he hadn't moved. He must have been lost in thought.

Edward?

No answer, no movement. I turned to face him, mostly out of fear. He was still as stone, but his mouth was tightly clenched, like he was fighting against something and I could feel the nervousness rise in me.

Edward?

In a flash, he was pulling me from my seat and holding my face. I was too panicked to do anything but allow him his actions. He stared into my eyes for what felt like forever, however it was just long enough to gain the attention of everyone in class including the teacher.

Then a smile broke out on his beautiful face. I couldn't help but return it. His smile turned smug but I didn't mind. "I love you, Bella, so much." He leaned down to me and before I could even consider the repercussions of his actions, I kissed him.

If I hadn't, he would have so why waste time. I needed to feel his lips.

The caress of his arms around my waist and his lips upon mine comforted me; let me know it would all work out. It made me feel as if we were alone… but we were anything but.

The entire classroom was silent except for a cat call here and there. I'm sure Edward could hear other comments, but then again, he was probably a bit distracted with our previous conversation and thoughts.

After a moment, Edward pulled back. I expected to see horror or shock or even an "Oh crap, what'd I do?" look, but he just looked… happy and still a bit smug.

I shook my head at him for a few reasons. One, his dopey grin was just too sexy and sly to resist. Two, he blew it; and I totally won the bet. Third, I needed to relay a message away from our audience.

I'm going to storm off to get out of here. Play the rejected guy one more time and meet me by the Volvo.

I emphasized the "one" to let him know it would be the very last time. I was tired of the games; of hiding. His eyes looked down, then up, to show me he understood and with that I yelled. "Jesus, we're in a classroom and you just attack me. Get away from me!" I mumbled an exiting line for good measure, and for my own pleasure. "Just because it's a boring class doesn't mean you have to provide your own excitement." I slammed the door and ran to the parking lot, avoiding both the east and south halls which held the rest of the family scattered among classrooms.

I considered picking the lock on the Volvo, but ultimately decided against it; I really didn't need Edward upset about me hurting his car after a kiss like that. I wanted no distractions since I intended to repeat that kind of kiss over and over again before the day was through.

"Is that the only reason you won't mess with my car?" Edward pulled my back against his chest while winding his arms around my waist and I immediately relaxed. I turned my head to kiss is neck and he purred; which was unexpected, but strangely electrifying.

"That; and now that you're here; we can go… so no grand theft auto for me." I twisted further and kissed his lips before pulling away and racing over to the passenger side. "Does she know?"

Edward laughed as we simultaneously entered the car and sped off down the street. "Of course she knows and she's speechless. As I ran through the front doors she was recounting all her previous visions looking for answers… she's got none." He pulled my hand over with his and refused to let go; not that I minded in the least.

"So… where to?" I whispered in his ear as I leaned onto his side of the car to kiss behind his ear.

Edward held my hand tightly as he groaned, trying to focus on the road. "Well in the long run; Isle Esme… but immediately… I believe you can decide." Wait, what?

"I won, Edward; so no Isle Esme." Maybe someday, but not now.

Laughing, Edward spoke again. "No my sweet, you kissed me. I won, so whenever I can whisk you off, we'll be gone to the island… alone and together." He turned quickly to kiss my lips, stopping all train of thought for a brief moment.

By the time I collected my brain cells and put them back in a reasonable order, he was focused back on the road. I thought about the bet; and his actions… no, he broke the charade first by running to me and pulling from my seat… I won. "No, Edward, you grabbed me from my seat and told me you loved me, you broke the ruse. I won, and I decided to give you a consolation prize for your efforts." I stroked his hair with my fingertips which caused his head to lean back and a purr to rise in his throat, again. I smiled at my efforts and apparent success. I whispered, "Sorry you misunderstood…"

The car swerved onto the shoulder and the Volvo's engine was cut before I realized his foot had shifted to the brake. Damn, he was a bit faster… Then I was pulled from my seat and placed on his lap with both his arms linked to the steering wheel, effectively restraining my waist. Okay, a lot faster…

His head ducked to my neck and he began to slide his nose up to just below my hair line and in direct contract with my ear. "Bella… love. I do not want to fight… however; I will tie you to my back and swim to Isle Esme." I smiled at his threat. "I'll hold you hostage till you get over this nonsense and take it slow with me." I gulped; a non-existent, human habit that I apparently still committed when nervous. Who knew?

I pulled his head up to my own and pressed my forehead against his. "Okay, maybe a truce would be better…" Edward glared but nodded for me to continue. "I may have jumped a bit too soon and you may have led me to my actions." Edward released the wheel, but simply moved his hands to move up and down my back. "I think we need to spend some time together, alone." His eyes rose and I swear they twinkled. "But… I don't want to disappear for months, or years, and we will if we go there." I knew myself. I knew that a secluded beach with a glittering, doting Edward was not something I would give up easily.

"Bella…" Edward sighed, dropping his head in defeat to my shoulder. He was like a four-year old that just got told his trip to Disney was put off till next summer. I giggled as I stroked my fingers through his hair a few times.

I bent my lips next to his ear. "Edward…" I whispered. He sighed again, but began to softly kiss my shoulder in response. I laughed loudly and began to finish my earlier point. "We still need to talk… and just spend some time together alone. Why not a weekend away? Starting now?"

His eyes rose to mine and the sly smile returned. "It's Monday…"

"Okay; a week away." I giggled as his smile grew. "But still slow… but maybe a bit faster than previously discussed."

"Why?" He was suspicious and grateful all at once.

"Because you understand and you forgave me for holding out on you. And… I have to believe that that means something… more for us." I confessed as I looked at the roof of the Volvo as if it was an approaching storm cloud.

"It does… it means everything." He whispered into my hair as he hugged me close.

A/N: Damn and I promised no more sap… oh well. All of you said you didn't mind.

I know I'm probably not your favorite person right now since it's been forever since my last update and this one was not very long. I am sorry for that. But it didn't feel right to drag it out.

I've been very busy lately; old car died, got new car, my students had FCAT (Florida State-wide Testing), and now I'm ending my Spring Break with lesson plans and fanfiction updates.

In case you missed it, I added a new story about a month ago (maybe less but I have lost track of time). It's called And I Need You Now and is based off of the song Need You Now but the comparison ends pretty early. It's only two chapters in but I will update as soon as the next chapter is done and it's about halfway (I'm planning for Emmett to be a big role… you know I love him).

I hope you check it out and review.

Thanks so much for those who review. Read, Review and Comment – You know I love it!

-kmwhyte